Coby Portable Player Batteries – fire risk (2009)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players. The hazard is: The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with an 8 ½ inch screen and product number TF-DVD- 8501. The rechargeable batteries sold with the DVD players have serial numbers that begin with "HY." The serial number can be found on a white sticker affixed to the battery. "Coby" is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled batteries from the unit and contact Coby Electronics to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the DVD/CD/MP3 players with AC or DC power adapters.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026